Bail Factsheet NSW
This factsheet explains what bail is, and how you may ask a court to grant you bail or change the conditions of your bail.
Summary
Key takeaways
– Bail is a promise that you will attend court on your next court
date, so that instead of being held in prison you can go home during this period.
– If you are granted bail, you must abide by any rules the police or court sets for you. These may include rules such as not participating in certain activities or going near certain areas.
– You may be able to ask a court to grant you bail, or vary the conditions of your bail.
Key actions
Read: EDO’s Factsheet on Protest and Police Powers in NSW.
